A passenger train traveling from Abuja to Kaduna derailed on Tuesday morning, sparking panic among passengers and their families.
The incident reportedly occurred along the Kaduna corridor shortly after the train left Abuja around 11 a.m. on its way to Kaduna.
A passenger on board described the situation as “chaotic,” noting that people were “scrambling to safety in fear and confusion.”
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The cause of the derailment remains unclear, and there has been no official confirmation regarding injuries or casualties.
According to security sources, military personnel have been deployed to the scene to help evacuate stranded passengers.
The Nigerian Railway Corporation has yet to issue a statement on the incident.
More to follow…